Petpedia: Neon Tetra
Posted under Petpedia by oahupet
Scientific name: Paracheirodon Innesi
Temperature: 72 – 80°F
pH: 6.5-7.0
Diet: Ominovore
Temperment: Peaceful, schooling fish. Best kept in a group of at least five.
Neon Tetra fish are arguably the most popular aquarium fish. Small, peaceful, and an excellent community fish. Neon’s will accept most flake foods, but should also be fed foods such as brine shrimp, daphnia, and/or freeze-dried bloodworms for variety.
Best kept in groups, as Neon’s are schooling fish and the numbers provide more security, less stress for them and a more spectacular view for you, as they swim (sparkling) through your aquarium.
Of course no larger carnivore fish should be kept with them as they may end up being the meal.
